Base Rotorua

1286 Arawa Street (Rotorua) 3010

BASE Rotorua is located in the town centre and overlooks Kuirau Geothermal Park. It is a 2-minute walk from the lake. The hotel features free parking and a hot spring bath.
The hostel offers shared dormitory accommodation, as well as private en suite rooms.
There is also a courtyard area, to relax in. The hostel offers local travel advice. The staff can arrange excursions and offer discounts.
The bar has a large-screen TV and sun deck. There is a DJ most evenings. It is a 5-minute walk to the shopping mall and several local restaurants. Rooms: 33 (Check Availability)

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What people say

Staff were awesome and friendly,most helpful. Online booking system is
very easy to use, Was impressed to find full Sky tv in the room, and
direct access to the pool.
The size of the rooms, The staff were excellent, The price,.
nice and big dorms, good kitchen and relaxe space.
the pool the convenience of the location.
Location, big room, good shower.
the hot pool.
The staff were great.
Room was spacious.
Kitchen was dark and a bit worn around the edges. Cutlery incomplete.
No curtain on kitchen window, meant that pool users could see right through kitchen into bedroom areas when lights were on.
Checkout Time LOL.
the noise from the bar next door.
not having clean towels on a sunday or monday morning being really far from the major supermarkets (paknsave and countdown).
Next to stairs, so noisy.
the price, and drunk girls in our room at 4am.
Everything else. The room smelt terrible, the doors didn't lock properly, there was mould on the ceilings and walls, the kitchen was filthy including dirty oven and utensils. The shower was horrible-I felt dirtier after having a shower than before. The base rotorua is embarrassing compared to the base in taupo. I feel sorry for tourists who stay here.
Toilet wasn't particularly clean. There were backpackers and campervans just outside our window on ground florr who kept patying and made too much noise upto 2 am.
We arrived on Sun night, the staff just asked us to filled in the form with no smile at all through the whole contact. I felt like she's just doing her job not welcoming some guests. But when we returned our keys in the next morning, the girl was really nice. We booked two twin rooms (#1 and #3). Really noisy from upstairs and the cars on the road. We could sleep well especially in the morning. I stayed with BASE Rotorua before, it was a good experince but this time I was really disappointed.all reviews »

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Important information to guests

Please note that Base Rotorua does not accept payments with American Express credit cards.

Information about the area

BASE Rotorua is right in central Rotorua with views across to Kuirau Geothermal park so you can explore the biggest free geothermal attraction in town, or you can stroll two blocks and be right amongst all Rotorua's shops restaurants and cafes.
As New Zealand's busiest tourist centre there are a variety of attractions including Government Gardens, The Lakes - there are 14 to choose from, Okere Falls, Whakarewarewa Forest, Te Puia, Wkakarewarewa Thermal Village, Skyline Skyrides, Rainbow and Fairy Springs, The Agrodome, The Buried Village.

Travelling information

To and from the airport: The public transport bus ‘Cityride’ departs every half-hour between 6.40am and 5.45pm, and only costs NZD 2pp. It's a 5 minute walk to Base Hot Rock from the drop off point.

The Super Shuttle service ranges in price depending on how many people in the group from NZD 14 for one person to NZD 20 for a group of 3 – and you will get dropped off right at our front door! Heading back to airport: When you want to return to the Airport book the Super Shuttle at Base Hot Rock reception and they will collect you.

Driving: When leaving Auckland get onto the Southern Motorway (SH1) heading towards Hamilton – then follow the signs! When you get to Tirau get onto the Geothermal Highway SH5. Follow the signs into the city centre, as you enter the CBD, Base Hot Rock will be the first hostel you see - on the corner of Arawa and Ranolf Streets, we are right opposite Kuirau Geothermal Park.

Backpacker Buses: Just Tell the Bus Driver that your staying at Base Hot Rock, Rotorua, and they will drop you off at the door.

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Cancellation Policy

If cancelled up to 1 day before the date of arrival, no fee will be charged.If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the first night will be charged.

Children and Extra Bed Policy

All children are welcome.All children under 5 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding.There is no capacity for extra beds/cots in the room.

Deposit Policy

No deposit will be charged.

VAT and city/tourist taxes

12.5 % VAT is included.Service charge is not applicable.City/tourist tax is not applicable.

Internet

Wi-fi is available in public areas and costs NZD 4 per hour.

Meal Plan

There is no meal option with this hotel.

Parking

Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Terms and Conditions

We never charge your credit card when you make a reservation - you will pay for your stay at the hotel. Our reservation service is free of charge, without any administration fees. Cancellation is also free of charge unless it is clearly stated. We take the privacy of your personal data very seriously. All your personal data is encrypted and processed securely. More information can be found in our terms and conditions and privacy statement.